11 Professors Students Love
At Carthage, some of your most meaningful relationships will be with the people who push you hardest. Here are 11 professors students say challenged their thinking, opened their minds, and changed their lives.
1. Kimberly Greene, Art
“As a working artist who is well-versed in many media, she encourages students to play and explore with familiar and unfamiliar materials. From her, I have learned to not underestimate what my hands are capable of creating, and to embrace confusion and unfamiliarity.” — Sonia Vazquez ’17, art major
2. Edward Montanaro, Modern Languages and Economics
“Professor Edward Montanaro has had a great impact on my current life course. I went on a Guatemalan J-Term study tour with him. Before going, I was nervous about going to a foreign country, but I am now trying to go to as many countries as I can. He truly opened my eyes to the joys of world travel and I am planning on going to Costa Rica, South Africa, and Lesotho in the coming months. Thanks, Ed! You truly fueled my desire to see the world!” — James Durdan ’19, international political economy and economics major
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3. Jean Quashnock (Dr. Q), Physics
“I have appreciated so many of the professors during my time at Carthage. The most recent would be Professor Jean Quashnock. I took his personal finance class for J-Term and I still use the information he gave me to this day! I’m able to save more money than I ever thought was possible.” — Shawnel Smith ’18, management and marketing major
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4. Jacqueline Easley, Education
“Jacqueline Easley has definitely had a positive impact on my Carthage career. Her passion and enthusiasm for teaching is immeasurable. She continuously challenges me to think outside of the box and pushes me to be the best teaching candidate I can be. I know I can count on her for guidance both now and in the future.” — Natalie Miller ’16, elementary education major
5. Corinne Ness, Music
“Having Corinne Ness as a mentor and vocal professor has changed my life and trajectory as a performer. She runs our program with grace and passion, and manages to take care of each of her students’ individual needs. She has helped me grow as a performer and as a human. I am forever grateful for the impact she has made on my journey here at Carthage.” — Macee Jo Mueller ’16, theatre performance and music theatre major
6. Amareshwar Singh, Biology
“My favorite professor is Amareshwar Singh. I enrolled in his Cancer Biology course my freshman year. He is very down-to-earth and he is doing great things in the cancer research field, as well as staying connected and helping to inspire students like me!” — Chelsea Reuter ’16, chemistry major
7. Leslie Cameron, Psychological Science
“Not only is Leslie Cameron my advisor, she is a wonderful professor. She brings an energy and excitement to learning that makes me want to attend her class. Hers is at 8 a.m., so to inspire me enough to go to an early course says a lot. She is understanding, helpful, and a wonderful professor. She has helped me out so much with my major. I am privileged to know her.” — Dara Zucker ’16, psychology major
8. Timothy Eckert, Chemistry
“Prof. Eckert was my professor for Organic Chemistry 1. I had heard a lot of horror stories about Organic Chemistry from other people and was nervous about taking it. From day one, Dr. Eckert made the lectures fun and informative. I found that with his way of teaching, I was grasping the different concepts quickly and was able to apply them to the homework. Prof. Eckert’s love for Organic Chemistry and method of teaching allowed me to enjoy Organic 1 while learning a lot. After taking his class, I have started considering becoming an organic chemist.” — Tina Mihm ’17, chemistry major
9. Tracy Gartner, Environmental Science, Biology and Geography
“Prof. Gartner is one of my favorites for always supporting me and being enthusiastic about life.” — Garrett Fales ’16, environmental science and religion major
10. Mimi Yang, Modern Languages and Asian Studies
“Professor Mimi Yang has helped me by encouraging me to step into some leadership roles and to not be afraid of who I am.” — Chelsea Niemuth ’18, finance and marketing major
11. Rick Matthews, Sociology and Criminal Justice
“Professor Rick Matthews, my advisor and the department chair, has had a huge impact on my academic path. In an education system that rewards test scores and grades, professor Matthews rewards engagement and thoughtful learning. His teaching philosophy is refreshing and powerful and he is a huge reason why I changed my major to sociology. He also chooses not to own a cell phone and studies and trains in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, if that tells you how cool he is.” — Katherine Cullinan ’20, sociology major
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